Episcleritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is episcleritis?
A
Inflammation of the outermost layer of sclera (below conjunctiva)
2
Q
Who is episcleritis associated with?
A
Young/middle aged
Inflammatory conditions
3
Q
Symptoms of episcleritis
A
Patch of redness in lateral sclera (likely) OR diffuse sclera redness
No/mild pain
Dilated spiscleral vessels
4
Q
Management of episcleritis
A
self limiting within 1-2 weeks
analgesoa
lubricating eye drops
if severe -> steroid eye drops
5
Q
Test to differentiate between scleritis and episcleritis?
A
Phenylephrine eye drops
Causes blanching of episcleral vessels causing redness to disappear
No effect on scleral vessels
